A sudden tragic event stunned business and social circles when Sunjay Kapur died playing polo. Kapur, a respected industrialist and former Karisma Kapoor husband, passed away on June 12 in London. His sudden death shocked families, close friends, and business colleagues across India and abroad deeply.
Now, mourners prepare for final rites and solemn prayer events in New Delhi next week. The large gatherings reflect his grace, leadership, and widespread respect earned throughout his global career.
Sunjay Kapur's Final Farewell at Taj Palace
Celebrity reporter Viral Bhayani shared a post on Instagram that Sunjay Kapur's funeral will occur today at Lodhi Road Cremation Ground. He confirmed the industrialist's final rites begin at 5 PM. In addition, the family arranged a prayer meeting on June 22 from 4 PM to 5 PM.
The meeting will take place at the Taj Palace Hotel in New Delhi for friends, associates, and family. Close friends, business associates, and Kapoor family members are expected to attend this gathering. This farewell meeting highlights the profound impact Sunjay Kapur made on everyone who knew him.
Sunjay Kapur’s Legacy of Elegance and Leadership
Sunjay Kapur married actress Karisma Kapoor in 2003 and shared two children, Samaira and Kiaan. After their 2016 divorce, he married Priya Kapur and welcomed two children, Safira and Azarias. He led Sona Comstar as Chairman, growing it from a small firm into a global auto parts producer.
Both socially and professionally, he remained a close friend to Prince William for many years. His estimated net worth at death reached $1.2 billion, reflecting his business success and leadership. Legal and postmortem procedures delayed his final rites, and his body returned to India after paperwork cleared.
Sunjay Kapur embodied elegance in both business and sport. As Sona Comstar chairman and respected polo enthusiast, his grand last rites reflect his esteemed stature, generous spirit, and enduring legacy.
Faith and Tradition at the Core
Punjabi prayer meetings often begin with prayers led by a priest and recitation of hymns. In Sunjay Kapur's memory, the family will serve langar, offering vegetarian meals to all attendees. They will light candles and offer karah prasad after chanting verses from the Guru Granth Sahib.
Also, guests will share memories and express condolences for his grace and kind leadership. The family will distribute karah prasad to each guest in respectful unity.
Today's ceremony will honour Sunjay Kapur's life with dignity, gratitude, and heartfelt, everlasting remembrance. His leadership and kind spirit will truly continue inspiring many for years to come always.